Calendar of Events

June 2002

“What’s on Your Plate?”—Join the Environmental Resource Center and Daniella Chace to discuss genetically engineered foods. Part of the ERC’s Emerging Issues Series, June 13, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Center. Details: 726-4333. Free.

HP Women’s Challenge, Stage 2—June 16 marks the Lowman to Stanley stage of the Challenge. Cyclists begin the 58.5 mile race on Highway 21 at 11 a.m. The course record is 2:25:03.

HP Women’s Challenge, Stage 3—June 17 marks the Stanley individual time trial. Cyclists race 25 miles from Stanley to Banner Summit on Highway 21 and back again, starting at 10 a.m.

Dance in the Mountains Summer Workshop—A six-day intensive workshop—June 17 to 22— for serious dancers ages 12 to adult. Special classes for ages 9 to 11. Presented by Footlight Dance Centre and the Blaine County Recreation District at the Sun Valley Athletic Club studio throughout the day. Details: 726-3664, ext. 16.

HP Women’s Challenge, Stage 4—June 18 marks the Stanley to Ketchum stage of the Challenge. Cyclists race 62.3 miles from Stanley over the 8,700 foot high Galena Pass to Ketchum, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The course record is 2:27:13.

Mackay Rodeo—Join the migration east for the legendary Mackay Rodeo June 22 through 23 in Mackay, Idaho. Details: 208-588-3180.

The Sawtooth Relay—Six person teams will start a 63 mile walk or run from Stanley to Sun Valley on June 22. Team members will walk or run 5-mile legs. Details: (208) 853-1221.

DANCEcamp—A week of dance, theater games, choreography and dance videos for kids ages 7 to 9 presented by Footlight Dance Centre and the Blaine County Recreation District from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., June 24 through 28 at the Sun Valley Athletic Club studio. Details: 726-3664, ext. 16.

Acting for Stage and Film—A week of acting and theater games from, June 24 through 28, for grades 6 through 8 presented by Footlight Dance Centre and the Blaine County Recreation District from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. every day at the Sun Valley Athletic Club studio. Details: 726-3664, ext. 16.

Peak of the Month Hike—Hike Bald Mountain on June 28 and learn more about the mountains surrounding the Wood River Valley. Call the Environmental Resource Center for meeting place and time, 726-4333.

Best of the Valley—Taste the best in cuisine on June 29, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., from more than 20 of the valley’s best chefs at this outdoor culinary celebration to benefit the Blaine County Recreation District. At Forest Service Park, Washington Avenue and First Street in Ketchum. Details: 788-2117.

Sun Valley Opera—“From the Met to Broadway” featuring excerpts from “Carmen.” Guest artists include Donald Sherrill, bass baritone, Paula Rasmussen, messo-soprano, and Leslie Mauldin, soprano. At the Church of the Bigwood, June 30, 8 p.m. For tickets: 726-6446.

July 2002

Twilight Series 1—Jazz vocalist Dianne Reeves will be performing at the River Run Lodge on July 2. Presented by the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. For ticket information, call 726-9491.

“Dinner with Friends”—Winner of the 2000 Pulitzer Prize by Donald Margulies and directed by John Glenn. Presented by Company of Fools, July 3 through July 28 at the Liberty Theatre. For ticket and show information, call 788-6520.

Hailey Days of the Old West—The Days of the Old West parade begins at 11 a.m. on Main Street. Fourth of July events include a flapjack breakfast, a button barbecue in Hop Porter Park and fireworks at dark. Details: 788-2700.
Hailey Rodeo—The Sawtooth Rangers Riding Club sponsors the three day rodeo event, starting July 4 and ending July 6, at the Hailey Rodeo Grounds. Details: 788-2700.

Hailey’s Antique Market—More than 100 antique dealers bring their goods to Roberta McKercher Park and the Armory in Hailey, July 4-6. Details: 788-9292.

Antique Peddler’s Fair—The 34th Annual Antique and juried art show on Picabo Street in Warm Springs Village. July 4 through 7, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. More than 100 of the West’s best dealers. Ride the bus. It’s free and fun. Details: 208-345-0755 or 208-344-6153.

Sun Valley Triathlon—The triathlon begins with the swim race on July 6 at 5 p.m. The running and biking legs of the race are on July 7 starting at Trail Creek Cabin. Registration required. Details: 726-3664.

2002 Ketchum Arts Festival—All Blaine County artists and craftspeople participating in a locals’ art show from July 12 to 14. Musicians, poets, food, locally brewed beer and 55 booths. All day on Fourth Street between East and Spruce Avenues. Details: 726-3350.

Seventh Annual Garden Tour—The July 13 tour from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. showcases the Sawtooth Botanical Garden and private gardens in the Hailey area. Classical music and artists at work in the gardens make this a unique event. Tickets available at local garden centers and bookstores or call 726-9358. The Hailey Garden Tour, which benefits the Hailey Public Library, is July 20.

Cowboy Ball—A benefit for equine training for the handicapped at the Sagebrush Arena in Hailey. July 18. Details: 788-9613.

“Bugs and Butterflies” Nature Walk with Ann Christensen—Fun for children and families sponsored by the Environmental Resource Center on July 20, noon to 2 p.m. Call 726-433 to pre-register.
Sawtooth Mountain Mamas Arts and Crafts Fair—More than 130 Northwestern artists display handcrafted items, July 20 and 21. Food, fun and entertainment in Stanley, an hour north of Ketchum. Details: (208) 774-3513.

Backcountry 16.5- and 10-Mile Run—The annual run on July 20, sponsored by the Elephant’s Perch, is held in Hulen Meadows. The deadline for registering is Wednesday, July 17. Start time for both distances is 8 a.m. Details: 726-3497.

Hemingway’s Birthday Party—Come celebrate the author’s July 21 birthday at the Ketchum-Sun Valley Ski and Heritage Museum. Details: 726-8118.

Social Etiquette, Finishing and Ballroom—A class that addresses manners, dress and behavior on and off the dance floor. From, July 23 through Aug. 2, for students entering the 7th to 9th grades. Details: 726-3664, ext. 16.

Twilight Series 2—Nancy Griffith and the Blue Moon Orchestra will be performing at the River Run Lodge on July 24. Presented by the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. For ticket information, call 726-9491.

Sun Valley Center for the Arts Wine Auction—The 21st annual auction, July 25 through 27, a fund-raising event for the Sun Valley Center for the Arts at the River Run Lodge. Four full days devoted to the nectar of the gods in Sun Valley. The fest brings together wine connoisseurs, collectors, vintners and patrons of the arts. This year’s theme is “A Celebration of Wine on the Piazza Americana.” Details: 726-9491.

Peak of the Month Hike—Hike Hyndman on July 26 and learn more about the mountain that dominates the view from Baldy ski slopes. Call the Environmental Resource Center for meeting place and time, 726-4333.

Edgar M. Bronfman Chamber Music Series—Chamber music under the tent on the Sun Valley Lodge Esplanade, July 29, 31 and Aug. 2, starting at 6:30 p.m. Free admission.

August 2002

Northern Rockies Folk Festival—Two days and two nights of music at Hop Porter Park in Hailey, Aug. 2 and 3. Reckless Kelly headlines Friday night and Asleep at the Wheel headlines Saturday night. The music starts at 4 p.m. on Friday. Details: 788-2700 or 788-4200.

7th Annual Farm Day—Here’s an opportunity for the non-farming community to learn first-hand about ranching and agriculture in our high desert environment. Aug. 3, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration required, 726-4333.

Sun Valley Summer Symphony—The largest free-admission symphony in the Rockies features concerts under the tent on the Sun Valley Lodge Esplanade. Aug. 4 through 19 at 6:30 p.m. Details: 622-5607.

Sun Valley Center Arts and Crafts Festival—now in its 34th year. This year features John Gorka and Bill Morrisey. At the Sun Valley Esplanade from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Friday through Sunday, Aug. 9-11. Details: 726-9491.

Tour of Homes—A tour of some outstanding residences in Ketchum and Sun Valley on Aug. 10 begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. The tour starts at the Community Library in Ketchum. Tickets go on sale in July. Details: 726-3493.

Twilight Series 3—Grammy Award winner Shawn Colvin will be performing at the River Run Lodge on Aug. 20. Presented by the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. For ticket information, call 726-9491.

Danny Thompson Memorial Golf Tournament—Celebrity golfers hit the links Aug. 21 through 24 for this benefit for leukemia in its 26th year. Held at the Sun Valley and Elkhorn golf courses. Details: 726-1049.

Sun Valley Writers’ Conference—The four-day program, Aug. 23 through Aug. 26, features talks, panels, readings and small group discussions about fiction, nonfiction, poetry and journalism with acclaimed writers at the Sun Valley Lodge Esplanade. Attendance is limited. Details: 726-6670. 

Sagebrush Junior Rodeo—Aug. 24 at the Sagebrush Arena. Details: 788-9613.

From the Shop to the Top—Annual 6-mile run/walk on Aug. 24. Run from the Perch Shop or walk from the base of Baldy 3,300 feet to the top. Sponsored by the Elephant’s Perch. Pre-registration is necessary by August 23, 6 p.m. Details: 726-3497. 

Peak of the Month Hike—Hike Ryan’s Peak on Aug. 30, in the heart of the Boulder Mountains. Call the Environmental Resource Center for meeting place and time, 726-4333.

Antique Peddlers’ Fair—The 34th Annual Antique and juried art show on Picabo Street in Warm Springs Village. Aug. 30 through Sept. 1, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. More than 100 of the West’s best dealers. Ride the bus. It’s free and fun. Details: 208-345-0755 or 208-344-6153.

Hailey’s Antique Market—More than 100 antique dealers bring their goods to Roberta McKercher Park and the Armory in Hailey, Aug. 30-31 and Sept. 1. Details: 788-9292.

Ketchum Wagon Days—Aug. 30 through Sept. 2. Since 1958, Ketchum Wagon Days has annually celebrated the mining heritage of the Wood River Valley with four days of good Old West entertainment including a shoot-out, BBQs, live music and the Big Hitch Parade on Saturday.

15th Annual Classic Car Auction and Show—A renowned car collectors’ auction at the Sun Valley Lodge Esplanade, Aug. 31 through Sept. 1. Details: 800-255-4485.

September 2002

Bellevue Labor Day Celebration and Parade—Join your friendly neighbors in Bellevue on Sept. 2 for its Charter Days Parade and then its Labor Day Picnic in the Park for food, music and fun.

Great Wagon Days Duck Race—“Adopt” a rubber duck, then race on the Big Wood River as a fundraising event for several local nonprofits. Sept. 3 at the Rotary Park off Warm Springs Road in Ketchum. Details: 788-1100.

Hailey Rod, Run and Cruise—Sept. 7 and 8. Classic and vintage cars come to Roberta McKercher Park. Classic cars will parade up and down Main Street on Saturday. Details: 788-2700.

October 2002

The Annual Harvest Festival—Oct. 5, at the Sawtooth Botanical Garden. Come join us for a wonderful celebration of fall. Details: 726-9358.

Trailing of the Sheep—Oct. 11 through 13. Following 100-year-old sheep trails, the shepherds move their flocks from summer pastures in the north mountains south through the heart of Ketchum. In recognition of the rite’s cultural heritage and history, three days of activities are planned including Basque dinners, historical lectures, programs and performances. Details: 726-3423.

13th Annual Swing ’n’ Dixie Jazz Jamboree—Oct. 16 through 20. The Jazz Jamboree fills the Ketchum/Sun Valley area with the sounds of swing and ragtime. Details: (toll free) 877-478-5277.

Ongoing Events—
Summer/Fall 2002

Ketch ’em Alive—Every Wednesday starting June 26, local and outside talent will perform music in the Forest Service Park in Ketchum, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Sun Valley Ice Skating Show—June 15 is the season opening of the outdoor ice skating extravaganza featuring national and international skating champions. At the Sun Valley Lodge outdoor rink. Shows begin at dusk every Saturday night through mid-September. For ticket information call the Sun Valley Sports Center, 622-2135.

Summer Evening Bird Walks—Every Tuesday in July and August, with local bird experts, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Call to register, 726-4333.

Craters of the Moon Guided Tours—From mid-June to mid-August, daily guided tours of the Craters will be offered at 9 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Amphitheater programs at 9:30 p.m. Details: 208-788-9686.

Hailey Farmers’ Market—Every Thursday through the second week of October from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. It is located on Croy Street between the Hailey Public Library and the Hailey Hotel.

Gallery Walk—Starting July 5, the Sun Valley Gallery Association members and other galleries, nearly 30 in all, open the doors in what becomes a festive Ketchum street party from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. These evenings of art will be held July 5, Aug. 2, Aug. 30 and Oct. 11.

Thursday Night Dinners at Galena—Gather up the family, take a wagon ride and learn the history of the old mining town of Galena, or take a wildflower walk up Gladiator or Senate Meadows with naturalist Bill McDorman or Dr. Scott Earle. Every Thursday starting June 27 and ending Aug. 29. Call for reservations, 726-4010.

Galena Youth Adventure Camp—An outdoor discovery and adventure program at Galena Lodge for youths 8 to 13. Monday through Friday, from July 8 to Aug. 23. Details and reservations: 726-4010.

Ketchum Farmers’ Market—June 11 through Oct. 15 in the parking lot across from Atkinsons’ Market on Fourth Street, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Details: 208-886-2902.

Free Fly Fishing Clinic—Starting June 19, Wednesdays through the summer at Heagle Park in Hailey from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Equipment and instruction provided by Sturtevants Ski and Sports. Details: 788-7847.

Introduction to Fly Fishing—A two day class every weekend, starting June 29 through Aug. 25. All equipment provided. Limited class size. Call Silver Creek Outfitters, 726-5282. •